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The Visual Communications program provides a strong technical foundation to prepare students for visual media careers.

The Visual Communications program fosters a creative learning environment where students have access to state of the art equipment, current software, instruction, and strong technical foundations in a variety of visual media fields. They are challenged to expand and refine problem-solving skills while experiencing realistic class projects and job situations in preparation for success in the workforce.

Students learn design principles, current imaging technology, business practices, and portfolio development. The specific concentrations prepare students for careers in photography, print, web, or multimedia industries.

Graduates of the program should be able to:

Demonstrate academic knowledge required of all Nashville State Community College students including competency in writing, information literacy, verbal and visual communications, and quantitative and critical thinking.

Identify career options and assume a professional role in the workplace.

Exercise professional and ethical standards in the workplace and community.

Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, management, and team members.

Grading Policy

A grade of “C” or above must be earned in all COM and PHO courses to meet prerequisite and graduation requirements.

Transfer/Advising

The A.A.S. degree is designed to prepare a student for employment upon graduation. Some universities, at their discretion, accept some technical courses for transfer. A student who plans to transfer to a university should consult his/her advisor and the receiving university about transfer and articulation policies. Failure to do so could result in loss of transfer credits.

Notice of Right to Retain Student Work

The Visual Communications program reserves the right to retain copies of selected examples of student work for teaching purposes, promotional purposes, and as a part of its permanent collection.

Graphic Design Concentration

The Graphic Design Concentration includes theory of traditional design in the evolving computer environment for illustration, image manipulation, and electronic publishing.

Spring Semester

Note:

Part-time students are encouraged to consult with their advisor for a suggested schedule of classes.

Cooperative work experience can be an important addition to a student’s formal classroom work. Co-op courses may substitute for technical courses with the prior approval of the Program Coordinator. The Career Employment Center will provide the correct course numbers.